2000 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, 2001 Lexus LX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 858 kg more than 2000 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (272 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2001 Lexus LX | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Escape | LX |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |